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  • Page 1 User’s Guide K E E P I N G T H E W O R L D S E W I N G ™...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. Keep the instructions at a suitable place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is given to a third party.
  • Page 3 • Do not use outdoors. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administrated. • To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet. • Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. •...

  • Page 4: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the authorized HUSQVARNA® VIKING® VIKING® retailer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. The included interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device.

  • Page 5: Ce Declaration Of Conformity

    CE Declaration of Conformity VSM Group AB Soldattorpsgatan 3, SE-554 74 Jonkoping, Sweden declare that the product: Household Sewing Machine HUSQVARNA® VIKING® Designer Quartz™ 29 complies fully with following EU directives: • 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive • 2014/30/EU EMC Directive •...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............1 Designs ........................26 Machine Overview ....................1 Connecting the Embroidery Unit ...............26 Removing the Embroidery Unit ..............26 Needle Area ......................2 Right Side ........................2 Hooping the Fabric ....................27 Attaching and Removing the Hoop ............27 Top of Machine ......................
  • Page 7 Needle Position / Stitch Positioning ............38 Embroidery Stitch-Out ..........55 Tie-Off ........................38 Embroidery Thread Tension ................55 Embroidery Stitch-Out – Overview ...........55 Mirroring ........................39 Start/Pause .......................55 Balance Stitch ......................39 Free-Motion ......................39 Thread Cut .......................55 Thread Color Blocks ...................56 Basic Sewing Techniques ...................40 Seam....................40 Number of Stitches in Current Color Block ........56 Start to Sew –...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Machine Overview 1. Feed Teeth Lever — Move from side to side to engage 8. Start/Stop Button — Press to start and stop sewing or disengage the feed teeth. Positioned at the back of without using the foot control. the free arm, see page 23.

  • Page 10: Needle Area

    Needle Area 1. Buttonhole Lever — Used for buttonhole sewing. 2. Built-in Needle Threader — Thread the needle quick- ly and easily. 3. Needle Holder with Needle Clamp Screw — Se- cures the needle. 4. Needle Thread Guide — Helps maintain thread 昀氀ow when sewing.

  • Page 11: Overview Accessories

    • Needles • Foot control • Power cord • Sewing Guide Reference Chart • Chart Holder Optional Accessories Additional optional accessories are available for your machine. Check with your authorized HUSQVARNA® VIKING® VIKING® retailer for more information. Introduction – 3...

  • Page 12: Presser Feet

    Presser Feet All Purpose Foot A (attached to the machine upon delivery) This foot is used for general sewing on most types of fabric. The bottom of the foot is 昀氀at, so that the fabric is held down 昀椀rmly against the feed teeth while sewing. It also has a wide slot so that the needle can move from left to right, depending on which stitch you sew.
  • Page 13 Edging Foot J This foot is used for overcasting and seam/overcasting. Stitches form over the pin which prevents puckering at the edge of the fabric. Non-Stick Glide Foot H This foot, with a non-stick coating underneath, is used when sewing foam, vinyl, plastic, or leather to keep these materials from sticking to the foot.

  • Page 14: Function Buttons

    Function Buttons Reverse Button Press and hold the Reverse button to sew in reverse. Release it to resume sewing forward. The machine sews in reverse only as long as the reverse button is pressed. Only available for the following: straight stitch and zigzag stitch - 1-001 to 1-003, 1-008, and 1-010 to 1-012.

  • Page 15: Stitch Overview

    Stitch Overview Utility Stitches Stitch № Presser Thread Name Description Foot tension Straight Stitch, center For all types of sewing. Select from 29 different needle needle position positions. Straight Stitch, left nee- For all types of sewing. dle position Straight Stitch, right For all types of sewing.
  • Page 16 Stitch № Presser Thread Name Description Foot Tension Two-step Zigzag Stitch, For stretch sewing or patching. For medium and heavy Reinforced fabrics. Elastic Stitch For sewing seams in stretch fabrics. Stretch Seam/Overcast Seam and overcast in one step along the edge or trim later. Stitch For medium stretch fabrics.
  • Page 17 Stitch № Presser Thread Name Description Foot Tension Blind Hem Stitch Sew hems that are practically invisible from the right side of the fabric. It is used for skirts, dresses, trousers, cur- tains, etc. For non-stretch fabric. Elastic Blindhem Stitch Sew hems that are practically invisible from the right side of the fabric.

  • Page 18: Stitch Menu Overview

    Stitch № Presser Thread Name Description Foot Tension Satin Stitch Wide This is a closely spaced zigzag stitch for appliqué or bar-tacking. Use a stabilizer or interfacing to avoid pucker- ing. Satin Stitch This is a closely spaced zigzag stitch for appliqué, bar-tack- ing, etc.

  • Page 19: Sewing Guide Reference Chart

    Sewing Guide Reference Chart Consult the Sewing Guide Reference Chart for a fast and easy way to select the best stitch, stitch length, stitch width, thread tension, and presser foot for your sewing technique and fabric. Recommended Settings - Overview 1.

  • Page 20: Preparations

    PREPARATIONS Unpacking Machine and Embroidery Unit After lifting the machine out of the box and removing all packing material and the plastic bag, wipe the machine, particularly around the needle and needle plate to remove any oil before sewing. When unpacking the embroidery unit, do not throw away the white styrofoam inside the machine box, as this is designed for storing the embroidery unit when not in use.

  • Page 21: Usb Port

    USB Port Thread Sensor Your machine has one USB port for connecting USB devic- If the needle thread breaks or bobbin thread is running es such as a memory stick. USB plugs can only be inserted low, the machine stops and a pop-up appears on the screen. one way –...

  • Page 22: Spool Pins

    Spool Pins Your machine has three spool pins, a main spool pin and two auxiliary spool pins. The spool pins are designed for various types of thread. The main spool pin is used in a horizontal position (the thread reels off the spool) and the auxiliary spool pins in a vertical position (the thread spool rotates).

  • Page 23: Threads

    Threads There are many threads on the market today developed for different purposes. Your machine is designed for different types of threads and spool sizes. All Purpose Sewing Thread All purpose sewing thread is made of synthetic, cotton or cotton covered polyester. This type of thread is used for most sewing projects, including garments, home decor, and quilting.

  • Page 24: Stabilizers

    Stabilizers Tear-Away Stabilizers Tear-away stabilizers are used with stable woven fabrics. Hoop with the fabric when embroidering. Tear away excess stabilizer after stitching. Iron-on Tear-Away Iron-on tear-away is a more stable stabilizer that has a slick side that will iron on to fabric. It is recommended for knits and all unstable fabrics.

  • Page 25: Needles

    Needles The sewing machine needle plays an important role in successful sewing. Use only quality needles. We recommend needles of system 130/705H. The needle package included with your machine contains needles of the most frequently used sizes. Be sure to match the needle to the thread you are using. Heavier threads require a needle with a larger needle eye. If the needle eye is too small for the thread the needle threader may not work properly.

  • Page 26: Changing The Needle

    Changing the needle Note: Before you begin changing the needle, it can be helpful to place a small piece of paper or fabric underneath the needle area, over the hole in the needle plate, so that the needle doesn't accidentally fall down into the machine.

  • Page 27: Bobbin Winding

    Bobbin Winding 1. Place the thread spool on the spool pin. Slide a spool 6. Push the bobbin winding spindle to the right. When the cap 昀椀rmly against the spool. winding spindle is pushed to the right, a bobbin winding pop-up is shown on the display.

  • Page 28: Threading The Upper Thread

    Threading the Upper Thread Important! Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is in its highest position by turning the handwheel toward you. This is very important to help ensure that the machine is correctly threaded. Not doing so can result in poor stitch quality when you start to sew.

  • Page 29: Using The Needle Threader

    Using the Needle Threader The built-in needle threader allows you to thread the needle quickly and easily. The needle must be in its highest position to use the built- in needle threader. Turn the hand wheel towards you until the needle is in its highest position. It is also recommended that you lower the presser foot.

  • Page 30: Threading For Twin Needle

    Threading for Twin Needle 1. Replace the sewing needle with a twin needle. Make sure that the presser foot and needle are in the up position. 2. Place the auxiliary spool pins in the designated slots on the top of the machine, then add the felt pads for more stability.

  • Page 31: Thread Tension

    Thread Tension To set the thread tension, turn the dial on top of the machine. Depending on the fabric, thread, etc, the tension may need to be adjusted. For the best stitch appearance and durability, make sure the needle thread tension is correctly adjusted.

  • Page 32: Changing The Presser Foot

    Changing the Presser Foot 1. Make sure that the needle is in the highest position. Pull the presser foot down and towards you. 2. Line up the pins on the foot with the gap underneath the presser foot holder. Press upwards until the foot snaps into place.

  • Page 33: Embroidery Preparations

    EMBROIDERY PREPARATIONS Embroidery Unit Overview 1. Embroidery arm 2. Embroidery hoop attachment 3. Embroidery unit plug 4. Embroidery unit release button (underside) Embroidery Hoop Overview 1. Embroidery hoop connector 2. Outer hoop 3. Inner hoop 4. Center marks 5. Retaining screw Embroidery Foot The Embroidery Foot is recommended for hoop embroi- dery and free-motion sewing.

  • Page 34: Designs

    Designs 180 designs are included in the machine memory. These designs, along with the ten built-in embroidery fonts, are shown on the screen in the Embroidery Mode. Note: Your machine can only load embroidery 昀椀les in the .VP3 format. Connecting the Embroidery Unit When embroidering always place your sewing machine and embroidery unit on a single, 昀氀at, and sturdy surface.

  • Page 35: Hooping The Fabric

    Hooping the Fabric For the best embroidery results, place a layer of stabilizer beneath the fabric. When hooping stabilizer and fabric make sure that they are smooth and securely hooped. 1. Loosen the screw (A) on the larger outer hoop. Remove the inner hoop.

  • Page 36: The Touch Screen

    THE TOUCH SCREEN Common Functions The following functions on the screen are used frequently. Con昀椀rms changes and pop-up messages and returns to previous window. Cancel Cancels changes and pop-up messages and returns to previ- ous window. Settings Touch Settings Button to open the settings window. Settings that are recommended will automatically be set Machine Settings when loading stitches and/or designs.

  • Page 37: Settings

    To select a different hoop size, touch the hoop selection button. A list will appear with hoop choices, including hoops that are available to purchase from your authorized HUSQVARNA® VIKING® VIKING® retailer. Clear Download Cache Touch the Clear Download Cache button to remove all saved 昀椀les from the machine memory to free space.

  • Page 38: Embroidery And Sewing Settings

    Restore to Factory Default Settings Restoring your sewing machine to factory default settings erases any changes or adjustments made to the machine’s settings, essentially resetting it to its original state. This can be a useful troubleshooting step for resolving issues, but it will also erase any saved settings or con昀椀gurations.

  • Page 39: Automatic Thread Cutter

    Firmware Update Using a USB Device It is always recommended to install the latest 昀椀rmware in your machine. Visit the HUSQVARNA® VIKING® VIKING® website at www.husqvarnaviking.com and 昀椀nd your machine. Here you will 昀椀nd the available updates. Follow the steps below to download and install the 昀椀rmware update.

  • Page 40: Wifi Introduction

    WiFi Introduction Your machine features WiFi which makes it possible to connect your machine wirelessly to the mySewnet services. Follow the steps below to connect your machine. Getting Started with WiFi Touch the mySewnet button in the top bar, and then the Settings Button in the top corner or bottom corner of the screen.

  • Page 41: Complementary Software (Pc And Mac)

    Complementary Software (PC and MAC) Visit the mySewnet™ website at www.mysewnet.com to get A computer software package is available for your machine. support and to download the software. It adds the following features: • The mySewnet cloud sync tool allows you to synchro- More information and detailed installation instructions are nize your content in the mySewnet cloud with a folder available on the download page.

  • Page 42: Connect To Mysewnet On Your Machine

    Connect to mySewnet on Your Machine When you have established a WiFi connection, touch the exit icon to return to the mySewnet login page where you can sign in. If you do not have a user name and password, select Create Free Account. An account can also be created through the mySewnet web- site at www.mysewnet.com.

  • Page 43: Sewing

    SEWING Sewing Mode – Overview In sewing mode you can select stitches, adjust and sew them. Your selected stitch will be shown in actual size in the stitch 昀椀eld. 1. Sewing mode indicator 10. Start / Stop 18. Stitch menus 11.

  • Page 44: What Is A Stitch

    What is a Stitch? A stitch either consists of a single stitch as in a straight stitch, or as two individual stitches, e.g., in a zigzag. Further- more, a stitch is also the complete stitch, meaning it is made up by the total of the individual stitches in the stitch, such as a 3 step zigzag or a decorative stitch.

  • Page 45: Fabric Guide

    Fabric Guide Different fabrics for each group, suitable for your projects, are listed below. Note: Some fabrics have excess dye which can cause discoloration on other fabrics or on your embroidery machine. This discoloration may be very dif昀椀cult or impossible to remove. Fleece and denim fabric, especially red and blue, often contain excess dye.

  • Page 46: Stitch Width

    Stitch Width Increase or decrease the stitch width using + and - in the control. The number above the control shows stitch width in millimeters (mm). Changed stitch position may limit the stitch width adjust- ments. Stitch Length Increase or decrease the stitch length using + and – in the control.

  • Page 47: Mirroring

    Mirroring To mirror a stitch or stitch program lengthwise, touch the mirror end to end button. To mirror a stitch or stitch pro- gram sideways, touch the Mirror Side to Side button. Note: Some stitches e.g. buttonholes cannot be mirrored. Side to side End to end Balance Stitch...

  • Page 48: Basic Sewing Techniques

    Basic Sewing Techniques Seam A seam sews two pieces of fabric together with a seam allowance that will usually be pressed open. In most cases, edges of the seam allowance are 昀椀nished with an overcast stitch before sewing the seam. Seams in stretch fabric must stretch with the fabric.

  • Page 49: Change Sewing Direction

    Change Sewing Direction To change sewing direction, stop the machine. Press the Needle Stop button to activate the Needle Up / Down po- sition button. The needle is brought down into the fabric. Raise the presser foot. Needle Up / Down Button Pivot the fabric around the needle to change sewing direc- tion as desired.

  • Page 50: Blind Hems

    Blind Hems The blind hem creates an invisible hem on garments. There are two types of blind hem; one is recommended for me- dium to heavy woven fabric (1), the other for medium to heavy stretch fabric (2). The blind hem is not suggested for light weight fabric, leather and vinyl.

  • Page 51: One-Step Buttonhole

    One-Step Buttonhole Sew buttonholes perfectly sized for your button. The fabric should be interfaced and/or stabilized where buttonholes are to be sewn. 1. Mark the start position of the buttonhole on the fabric (A). 2. On the One-Step Buttonhole Foot, push the button holder open by pushing the lever backwards (B).

  • Page 52: Sew Zippers

    Sew Zippers The Zipper Foot can be attached on either the right or the left of the needle, making it easy to sew both sides of the zipper. To sew the right side of the zipper, attach the foot in the left presser foot position.

  • Page 53: Sewing Pop-Up Messages

    Sewing Pop-up Messages Bobbin Thread Low When the bobbin thread is running low, a pop-up message appears giving you notice that you will soon need to change the bobbin. This gives you an opportunity to plan when you want to change your bobbin. Check Upper Thread The machine stops automatically if the upper thread runs out or breaks.

  • Page 54: Embroidery

    EMBROIDERY Getting Started to Embroider To enter embroidery mode, slide on the embroidery unit. Make sure that the area is clear so that the embroidery unit can calibrate when needed. Note: You can not access the sewing mode while having the embroidery unit on.

  • Page 55: Create Embroidery Text

    Create Embroidery Text To create a text, open the font menu and touch your de- sired font on the screen. You can change the font and size of the text as desired. Once you’ve written your text, touch the con昀椀rm button to load it into text edit mode. Read about the various text edit options below to learn more.

  • Page 56: Embroidery Edit - Overview

    Embroidery Edit – Overview In embroidery edit you can adjust, combine, save and delete designs and fonts. The loaded design(s) are shown in the embroidery area. 1. Embroidery area 2. Rotate options 3. Scale options 4. Thread color edit / Background color 5.

  • Page 57: Rotate

    Rotate Touch the different Rotation buttons to rotate the selected design(s).You can rotate your design 90°, 10° and 1 degree. When rotating, the selected design(s) will be rotated around the center point of the selected design(s). Thread Color Edit / Background Color Touch the Thread Color Edit / Background Color to view a list of thread colors in the selected design(s) and change the background color for the hoop.

  • Page 58: Hoop Selection

    Hoop Selection To select a hoop size, touch the Hoop Selection button. A list will appear with hoop choices. After selecting your hoop size, the list will close automati- cally. Scale With the touch function, scale, you can increase or decrease the size of the selected design(s) without changing the number of stitches.

  • Page 59: Multi-Select

    Multi-Select Touch the Multi-select button to add more designs to the embroidery after choosing your desired designs, touch the embroidery edit button to do any changes. If you have selected two or more designs and want to com- bine them to be adjusted as one design, touch the Group/ Ungroup button.

  • Page 60: Embroidery Edit Pop-Up Messages

    Embroidery Edit Pop-up Messages Too many designs selected. Please remove a design and try again. This pop-up appears for one of the following reasons: • The design combination contains too many color blocks. • There are too many designs in the combination. •...

  • Page 61: Save Design To The Mysewnet Cloud

    Save Design to the mySewnet Cloud You can choose to save the 昀椀le to the mySewnet cloud fold- er or to a USB device. Previously saved designs are shown. Touch the mySewnet tab at the top of the screen, then touch the Save to Cloud, choose the folder, then name your 昀椀le and touch the Save button to con昀椀rm.

  • Page 62: Mysewnet Library

    mySewnet Library mySewnet library is a service where you can get access to thousands of embroidery designs. Visit our website to read more about this service and start your subscription. If you have a subscription, WiFi is connected and you have logged in to your mySewnet account, the mySewnet library will be visible in your machine.

  • Page 63: Embroidery Stitch-Out

    EMBROIDERY STITCH-OUT To proceed to Embroidery Stitch Out, touch the Con昀椀rm button in the Embroidery Edit overview. Embroidery Thread Tension For optimal embroidery results, set the thread tension to a range of 1-2. Adjust as needed to achieve the best outcome for your speci昀椀c project.

  • Page 64: Thread Color Blocks

    Thread Color Blocks All colors in the loaded design(s) are shown in the order they will be embroidered with thread color blocks. Touch the Color List to view a full list of all colors used in the design. Touch the arrows in the color list to see all of the color blocks.

  • Page 65: Exact Positioning

    Exact Positioning Use the design placement feature to place a design on an exact location on your fabric without re-hooping. It can also be useful when you want to embroider a design to exactly match a speci昀椀c spot on your project or next to a previously embroidered design.

  • Page 66: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Machine To keep your sewing machine operating well, clean it often. No lubrication (oiling) is needed. Wipe the exterior surface of your machine with a soft cloth to remove any dust or lint built up. Cleaning the Bobbin Area Raise the needle and turn off the machine.

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting

    Possible cause: Wrong bobbins being used. Solution: Use bobbins that are the same style as those that come with the machine (HUSQVARNA® VIKING® VIKING® Class 15 transparent bobbins) – don’t substitute. Bobbin Thread Showing on Top of Fabric Top thread too tight.
  • Page 68 Bobbin winding spindle not fully engaged, therefore bobbin not winding. Possible cause: Solution: Check that the bobbin winding spindle has been fully engaged before starting to wind. Bobbin is winding sloppily because thread end not held at beginning of winding process. Possible cause: Solution: Before starting to wind, hold the thread tail (coming out of the bobbin) securely, allow the bobbin to partially 昀椀ll, then...

  • Page 69: Needles Breaking

    Solution: Possible cause: Wrong bobbins being used. Solution: Use bobbins that are the same style as those that come with the machine (HUSQVARNA® VIKING® VIKING® Class 15 transparent bobbins)– don’t substitute. Needles Breaking Bent, dull or damaged needle. Possible cause: Solution: Discard needle, insert new needle.

  • Page 70: General Problems

    The sockets and function buttons on the machine can be sensitive to static electricity. If the screen does not respond to touch, turn the machine OFF and then ON again. If the problem persists, contact your authorized HUSQVARNA® VIKING® VIKING® retailer.
  • Page 71 Solution: Ensure you use the proper stabilizer for your technique or fabric type. Possible cause: The Machine Will Not Embroider Solution: • Make sure that the embroidery unit is properly attached into the socket. • Slide on the correct hoop. The Machine Cannot Connect to a WiFi Network Cannot Connect to WiFi.

  • Page 72: Service

    Service Have Your Sewing Machine Serviced Regularly by Your Local Authorized Retailer! If you have followed this troubleshooting information and still have problems, contact your retailer. It may be helpful to bring the fabric, thread and stabilizer you are using with you. If you have a stitch out that shows the problem, please bring that as well.
  • Page 73 VIKING, MYSEWNET and KEEPING THE WORLD SEWING are exclusive trademarks of Singer Sourcing Limited LLC or its Af昀椀liates. HUSQVARNA and the “H” Crown Device are trademarks of Husqvarna AB and are used under license. © 2024 Singer Sourcing Limited LLC or its Af昀椀liates. All rights reserved.
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